Cherries Quote by DH Lawrence
““The young man, perched insecurely in the slender branches, rocked till he felt slightly drunk, reached down the boughs, where the scarlet beady cherries hung thick underneath, and tore off handful after handful of the sleek, cool-fleshed fruit. Cherries touched his ears and his neck as he stretched forward, their chill fingertips sending a flash down his blood. All shades of red, from a golden vermilion to a rich crimson, glowed and met his eyes under a darkness of leaves.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Sons and Lovers, 1913
A young man seeks intense sensory pleasure, immersing himself in the vivid, intoxicating experience of picking cherries, feeling the physical and emotional rush of the moment.
In simple terms: He enjoys the intense, sensory pleasure of picking cherries.
Key Takeaway
Savor vivid, present‑moment experiences.
Themes
sensory pleasure
intensity
nature
youth
escape
Mood
passionate
immersive
reflective
Type
literary
descriptive
When to use this quote
- summer picnics
- fruit picking
- sensory immersion
- creative writing
- mindful observation
Key Concepts
embodiment
ecstasy
transcendence
Questions to Reflect On
- What does this moment reveal about his desire for escape?
- How does sensory intensity affect emotional state?
A Different Perspective
The pleasure may be fleeting and distract from deeper needs.
